Cedar Ridge Preserve occupies 633 acres of picturesque hiking trails. The forest preserves a beautiful slice of hill country rich in wildlife. The total length of the trail is 2.1 miles, and the trail is generally considered an easy trail route. The elevation gain of the trail is 31 meters. The natural sanctuary is jointly managed by Audubon Dallas (the local chapter of The Audubon National Society) and the county of Dallas. CRP includes native trees, grasses, and wildflowers, showcasing the area's natural beauty. The preserve provides visitors with an array of facilities with nine miles of easy-to-challenging walking trails, providing the perfect experience for any hiker. Cedar Ridge Preserve is open to the public for hiking, educational and recreational opportunities. A Butterfly Garden and picnic areas are also situated there. Bird watching is a popular year-round activity, including a wide range of wildlife.
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Great place to get a good workout. It's pretty busy but still peaceful and secluded along the trails. The parking is pretty sparse if you arrive around 8 am. More parking was available around 10 am if you don't want to walk from the recreation center or from the parking lot across the street from the park. Gonna bring my pup the next time I go.
Beautiful place in the DFW for a exhilarating hike. Beautiful scenery and varied elevation. It has lots of visitors however you can easily feel like your the only one out there. Nicely shaded in most areas. Definitely a new go to spot for me when I want to be as one with nature. Truly a hidden gem.
I found this preserve park on google. After reading the reviews, decided to give a shot and it was definitely worth the experience. You have plenty of trails to pick from, scenic views of the lake. I can see myself becoming a regular here.
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Oak Cliff Nature Preserve is a well-renowned hiking trail in Dallas. The park is a 121-acre protected area that is a perfect place and open to the public in the heart of Oak Cliff. The total length of the trail is 6.5 miles. The elevation gain of the trail is 344 feet. The trail is loop type. The time taken to complete the total trail is 2 hours and 12 mins approximately. The trail has six loops consisting of 8 miles of trails. The trails are well-marked with brown posts and arrows. The trail was developed to preserve and protect the physical and ecological integrity of the wildlife habitat, native plant communities, and scenic landscapes in Texas. Oak Cliff Nature Preserve is the perfect place to enjoy hiking, Jogging, and Walking.
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Beautiful, pristine nature preserve with lots of wild life and the beautiful Kiest Park next door. We always detour to the park whenever it rains and gets slippery in the preserve. There are parts with pebble underlayment so it's easier to walk after the rain.
First time to go to this park. It was a nice loop or loops depending on how much you wanted to hike. Will definitely be back to see the rest of it.
The nature preserve has many hiking trails that you share with the mountain bikers. You can hear some traffic noise, but for me it's been a peaceful hike.
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Trinity River Audubon Center is a well-established hiking trail in Dallas. The park has an engaging exhibit hall and 10 miles of hiking trails through the Great Trinity Forest. The elevation gain of the trail is 72 feet. The trail is an out-and-back trail type. The center is the place to explore the 6,000-acre Great Trinity Forest. The trail is the largest urban hardwood forest, and it supports various communities of plant and animal species. Their staff leads you through the many forms of Trinity River experiences and the vast forest of the Trinity. The 120-acre center sits on a dump site, now a restored refuge for a wide array of ducks and other wildlife in an increasingly urbanized metropolis. The center provides an opportunity to experience the outdoors year-round. Visitors can also explore hands-on experiences of nature viewing trails. Trinity River Audubon Center offers free admission for members and children aged two and under.
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I'm so proud of the stakeholders-imagine having a vision of turning blight into a serene space. I spent about 2.5 hours here on a Saturday morning. Sunshine and beauty as far as your eyes can see. Come to clear your mind.
This is a nice place just outside of the city to escape to! The trails are short but nicely laid out and you'll be able to see at least some wildlife depending on when you go. The gift shop had a nice selection of local artwork. The staff here were knowledgeable about the area and history of the facility.
Beautiful spot- I can't believe all this is in Dallas. Lots of benches and picnic tables to stop and take a break while out on the trails. Very informative exhibit inside the center about the history of the area.
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